Congo DR in Mauritania

Recent changes

• 14 Oct 2025: The new Ambassador of Congo (Democratic Republic of the) presented credentials in Mauritania. (source)

Frequently asked questions

How attractive is Congo, D.R. as a destination for visitors from Mauritania?

The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) poses challenges for international tourism due to the lack of comprehensive and reliable data, making it difficult to compare its attractiveness with other destinations. However, it may appeal to a segment of the approximately 5 million Mauritanians.

Please answer the following question: How safe is Congo, D.R. for tourists coming from Mauritania?

Congo, D.R. is generally considered less safe for tourists compared to Mauritania. According to the Global Peace Index, Congo, D.R. ranks 155th out of 160 countries, while Mauritania ranks 93rd. Although specific murder rates for Congo, D.R. are not available, Mauritania has a notably low murder rate of 1.0 per 100,000 people. The Global Organized Crime Index further highlights the safety concerns, with Congo, D.R. scoring poorly across various categories: mafia groups (9.0), crime networks (9.0), state crime (9.0), and resource crime (9.0), compared to Mauritania's significantly better scores (ranging from 2.5 to 7.0). Overall, tourists from Mauritania should exercise caution when considering travel to Congo, D.R. due to the higher levels of crime and instability.